April 27, 2023
Contact: April McCampbell
P: 260-427-6024
C: 260-241-1932
Manager of Communications
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Fort Wayne, Ind. – The following events and programs are happening the week ahead:
Reminder:
Ramon F. Miller: Landscape Architecture & Art
Until -August 13, public hours
Public Reception: April 30, 1:00-3:00 p.m. with artist lecture at 1:30 p.m.
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun Street
Outdoor landscapes are continually being influenced by the work of nature such as through movement of trees, reflections in water, dark shadows from clouds or shimmering light on a dewy morning. To the human eye, these random transformative effects are wildly emphasized as part of an intentional landscape. Inspired by the joy and happiness of the natural world, landscape architects have long embraced randomness.
Hailing from sister city Gera, Germany, landscape architect and artist, Ramon F. Miller gives his perspective on randomness with modern day photographs that celebrate the abstract beauty of nature. This never-before-seen collection on display at the Botanical Conservatory emphasizes change and a lack of control with light and shadow effects in the moment. This reception is presented in partnership with Friends of the Parks of Allen County.
Featuring:
Registration Opens for PeeWee and Junior Golf Tours
May 3, 2023
It’s not a pro tour, but it’s just as much fun! The tours are competitive tournaments and not a ‘learn to play’ or ‘lessons’ program. The Golf Tours allow youth to test their skills against other young players on a variety of golf courses. The PeeWee Tour is designed for youth ages 3-11 and features up to five events at different Fort Wayne area golf courses. The Junior Golf Tour is designed for youth ages 12-18 and offers up to eight events. Download the brochure and register beginning on May 3, online at https://www.fortwayneparks.org/golf-courses/pee-wee-jr-golf.html. These tours are sponsored by Parkview Sports Medicine.
Feed Baby Goats and Highland Calf
Bidding: Monday, May 1 at 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, May 2, 8:00a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Due to high demand for the Meet and Greet sessions with the new arrivals at Salomon Farm, the team announces two more interactive experiences with the baby animals. Each Feed the Baby Goats and Highland Calf event offers a unique opportunity for up to four people for an exclusive 50-minute session with the three Nigerian dwarf kid goats and the younger Highland calf, Frankie (all of whom are bottle-fed). The experience will include brushing, feeding, petting and taking your own pictures with the adorable Highland calves and baby goats and will be held on Saturday, May 13 and Sunday, May 14, from 9:00a.m.-9:50a.m.The two feeding experiences will be auctioned to the two highest bidders. Bids in $5 increments may be called into the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation office at 260-427-6000 starting on Monday, May 1, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., through Tuesday, May 2, from 8:00a.m.-4:00 p.m. Bids will start at $150.00. The winning bidders will be contacted by phone on Wednesday, May 3. The funds raised go directly to Salomon Farm and it’s programs to purchase and care for the animals who make their home at the working farm.
Be Your Own Artist: Hoop it Up!
Sunday, May 7, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Park Foundation Pavilion, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street
For hula-hoops, one size does not fit all, so here’s your chance to make your own. We’ll provide all the materials - tubing, wrapping colors and sound effects - to create your own custom hula hoop. Linda Duesler (aka Linda Hooper) is a local realtor who loves to hoop it up in the park! Realizing that the “kids” hoops were not suitable for an adult, Linda taught herself how to make hoops that are larger and heavier than those sold in stores. Linda began teaching hoop dancing and the group “Fort Wayne Hoopnotica” was formed. This activity is designed for ages 13 and above.
Also happening:
Color in Motion: Live Butterfly Exhibit
Until-June 25, public hours
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory. 1100 South Calhoun Street
Live butterflies have landed at the Botanical Conservatory bringing with them an array of natural beauty and wonder. Watch in awe, their wings in flight, as they flash with color pigments and refracted light. Observe exotic butterflies emerging from their chrysalides right before your eyes! An epic display of multicolored flowers and foliage elevates this annual spring exhibit. Sponsored by English Bonter Mitchell Foundation, Ian and Mimi Rolland Foundation, The Waterfield Foundation, “In memory of Jo Ann and William Wyatt,” 97.3 WMEE and 21Alive.
Trek the Trails/Tread the Trails Kick-off and Celebration Party
Tuesday, May 2, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Old Barn, Salomon Farm Park, 817 W. Dupont Road
The 2023 season for Trek the Trails and Tread the Trails will begin on Tuesday, May 2, at 6:00 p.m. in the Salomon Farm Park Old Barn. This special event also includes a Trails Celebration Party, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., hosted by Fort Wayne Trails Inc. (After the Tuesday season opening, Tread the Trails will take place on Thursdays as they did in 2022).Tickets for the Trails Celebration Party cost $10 and may be purchased before the event at https://fwt.donorwrangler.com/donate/?id=19. Children under 16 will be free. Tickets will be sold at the event, as well. Heavy appetizers will be included with tickets and a cash bar will be available. Music will be provieded by DJ Trend.
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